Manufacturing Technician 3

US - Colorado - Boulder April 24, 2026 Full Time Workday
What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?

At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.

Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.

Responsibilities:

  • Performing a wide variety of assigned manufacturing tasks to produce high quality products
  • Performing work order processing to complete products to inventory
  • Using laboratory tools and skills to measure and quantify materials
  • Making processing decisions based on interpreting quality data
  • Carrying out aspects of the assigned production process which may include:
  • Operation of various liquid-handling robots and Mass Spectrometer
  • Performing final product QC procedures
  • Analyzing data
  • Performing kitting and other packaging functions
  • Using complex automated robotic systems to manage product through a highly automated workflow
  • Assembling electro/optical/mechanical systems that require testing, calibrating, and troubleshooting of both individual components and integrated systems using Standard Operating Procedures
  • Aligning complex optical systems with aid of in-house software and instruments
  • Assembling and aligning laser based equipment, and performing functional tests of finished products
  • Mixing, storing and disposing of chemical solutions (may include hazardous material), final inspection and packaging
  • Other laboratory duties as needed. All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional task and responsibilities

Requirements:

  • Excellent familiarity with standard laboratory practices
  • High level of familiarity with lasers, laser-optics, electro-optics, electronics or related technical field required
  • Communicate well with supervisor and other employees
  • Experience with SOPs, travelers, ECOs, and GMP is a plus
  • Knowledge and skills typically acquired through previous positions in fast-paced corporate environments which involved responsibility for similar work

Listed responsibilities are an essential, but not exhaustive list, of the usual duties associated with the position.  Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs.

The estimated base hourly range for the Manufacturing Technician 3 role based in the United States of America is: $23.02 - $34.56. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. The range reflects long‑term growth in the role. Most candidates are hired between the minimum and middle of the range. Placement depends on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.


We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact [email protected]. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
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